Zone: Eastern Zone
Location: Health Sciences Centre
Biomedical Engineering Technologist I
Medical Device Reprocessing Services
Temporary Full-time (Until August 2, 2025 with possibility of extension)
REL24280
Hours 75 bi-weekly (8 hours; Days, Evenings, On-Call, Nights, Weekends)
*Must report to work within 30 minutes when on call.
Salary CG-31 ($28.86 - $32.07 per hour)
Competition Number VAC0003419
Posted Date 2024-11-16
Closing Date 2024-11-23
Demands, duties, qualifications
Job Summary
The Biomedical Engineering Technologist I evaluates, tests, calibrates, performs and documents preventative and quality assurance checks and maintenance, orders and repairs medical equipment and instrumentation. The position may support a variety of areas such as Diagnostic Imaging, ICU, Operating Rooms, Dialysis, Respiratory Therapy, Defibrillation, Cardiac Monitoring, Anesthesia, Surgery, Rehabilitation, Laboratory and Radiation Therapy, etc. In addition, the position provides training on specialized equipment, and completes related safety and maintenance reports. Travel provincially and internationally may be required. The position may also participate in an on call rota and works both independently and within a team environment.
Job Demands
By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):
Lifting or moving objects less than 10 lbs is a constant requirement and lifting/moving objects is required occasionally.
Manual or physical activities include fine finger or precision work, using hand tools, using gross motor skills to move heavy objects, operating equipment or machinery that requires very controlled movement and maintaining physical balance.
Occasional requirement to work in awkward or cramped positions or body movement when performing equipment repairs.
Higher than normal levels of attentiveness or alertness for the health and safety of others is required.
Job Qualifications
Graduation from approved/recognized three-year Biomedical Engineering or Electronics Engineering Technology Program is required.
Demonstrated time management skills and the ability to prioritize.
Demonstrated problem solving skills.
A valid class V driver's license is required.
A satisfactory record of work performance is required.
EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from the RCMP or local Police (Vulnerable Sector Check may be required), educational documents, registration/licensure if applicable and Social Insurance Number.